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AI voice-cloning scams can target anyone, not only managers

A silent phone call may be enough to record a person’s voice characteristics, which artificial intelligence can then imitate to request money from relatives.

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What is happening

La Repubblica reports that scammers can use a person’s timbre, cadence and emotional tone to simulate their voice and ask family members for money.

Why is it on the Radar?

The reported scam may affect anyone, not just managers, and relies on voice characteristics that can potentially be captured during a brief silent call.

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